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New state school for Ripley Valley

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​​​ Students learning with a teacher 

A new state school for Ripley Valley was originally planned to open for Term 1​ 2025. However, enrolment demand and residential growth in the area has not progressed as fast as originally forecast.

While the new school site has been identified, and preparations for delivery are underway, the school opening is now being planned for 2028.

Project timeline

Banner which shows 4 stages: planning, design, construction and open. The planning stage is highlighted.  

Project status

  • This project is in the planning phase.
  • Student enrolment growth is being monitored.

What's next

  • A design contract will be awarded.
  • The school design will be finalised.
  • Traffic, vegetation, acoustic, storm water and other impacts on the proposed new site will be considered.

Fast facts

Scheduled opening
2028​

Year levels
Prep to Year 6

Location
Ripley

Electorate
Ipswich

Budget
Subject to detailed design and contract award

Jobs created
Subject to detailed design and contract award

Contractor
To be appointed

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Last updated 24 June 2025